Bangladesh Sports Teams Achieve Notable Success

In 2024, Bangladesh achieved significant milestones in sports despite challenges, notably with its Under-21 men’s hockey team qualifying for the Men’s FIH Junior World Cup for the first time, following a fifth-place finish in the Junior Asia Cup. Meanwhile, the Under-21 women’s hockey team struggled in their debut at the Women’s Junior Asia Cup, managing only one win. The year also saw the tragic passing of Grandmaster Ziaur Rahman in chess, while 13-year-old Manon Reja Neer became the youngest International Master for Bangladesh. In cricket, the national team faced disappointing results, winning only three out of nine ODIs and three out of ten Tests, though Mehidy Hasan Miraz excelled individually. Additionally, archer Sagor Islam secured direct entry to the Paris Olympics 2024, marking another achievement for Bangladesh. These developments occurred amidst a backdrop of major reforms in the sports administration following political upheaval.